School Clinician - job 3 of 3

As a School Clinician at GreenLife Healthcare Staffing, your primary responsibilities include providing direct clinical services to adolescents and families, conducting DSM-based diagnostic assessments, and developing personalized treatment plans. You will also implement evidence-based interventions and facilitate group therapy sessions, while collaborating with other mental health professionals during interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance students' mental health.

To become a School Clinician at GreenLife Healthcare Staffing, candidates must possess a Master's degree in fields such as Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Creative Arts Therapy. A valid NY State license (LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAT) is required, along with at least 5 years of direct clinical experience and eligibility for NYS Child Abuse Registry and Justice Center clearance.

The salary range for the School Clinician position at GreenLife Healthcare Staffing is between $60,000 and $75,000 annually. This role follows a 10-month work schedule with summers off, allowing you to enjoy a work-life balance while still receiving a competitive salary for your contributions to the field.

GreenLife Healthcare Staffing offers a comprehensive benefits package for School Clinicians, including 11 paid holidays, 25 PTO days with up to 10 carryover days, full health coverage, tax-deferred childcare/medical plans, and employer-paid life insurance. Additionally, employees are offered tuition reductions for continuing education and other perks such as wellness weeks and discounted gym memberships.

At GreenLife Healthcare Staffing, professional development is a priority. School Clinicians benefit from ongoing training and staff development opportunities, participation in annual wellness weeks, and regular staff surveys that provide feedback for improvement. This commitment helps you grow in your role while ensuring the best possible support for the students and families you serve.

When answering this question, highlight your experience with evidence-based interventions and how you adapt strategies for adolescents. Discuss the importance of collaboration with teachers, parents, and specialists, and give examples of successful interventions you've implemented in a school environment.

In your response, explain the steps you take during the assessment process, including collecting background information, interviewing the adolescent or family, and how you utilize standardized tools. Mention how this thorough approach aids in building effective treatment plans.

Use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) method to address this question. Describe a specific case, the challenges faced, the actions you took to navigate those challenges, and the positive outcome that resulted from your intervention.

Emphasize the importance of understanding the diverse cultural backgrounds of the students you work with. Discuss techniques you employ to gather information about their cultural context and how you integrate that understanding into your treatment plans.

When discussing group therapy, mention its benefits in building social skills, providing support among peers, and addressing issues collectively. Share your strategies for facilitating effective group therapy sessions and managing group dynamics to ensure a positive experience.

Provide insight into your experience working within an interdisciplinary team. Discuss how you communicate with teachers, psychiatrists, and other relevant professionals. Highlight the importance of collaboration for ensuring comprehensive support for students.

Speak about your approaches to encouraging parental involvement, such as conducting initial meetings to discuss treatment goals, regular updates on progress, and education on mental health issues that may impact their teen. Provide examples of successful engagement strategies you've used in the past.

Address the importance of thorough and accurate documentation in compliance with agency and regulatory guidelines. Explain your experience using electronic health record (EHR) systems and the practices you follow to maintain detailed records and ensure confidentiality.

This question is an opportunity to show that you prioritize self-care. Share specific practices you use, such as mindfulness, regular exercise, and maintaining a work-life balance. Explain how these strategies help you stay mentally and emotionally resilient.

Express your passion for working in a school setting, your alignment with GreenLife’s mission, and your commitment to empowering students and families. Mention how you resonate with the company’s values and how you believe this role will impact the community positively.